NRoSO Announces CPD Points Increase for 2025/26 Membership Year

24 May 2025

The National Register of Sprayer Operators (NRoSO) has announced an increase in the annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points requirement for its members, effective from the 2025/26 membership year.

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Om 23rd May, the organisation announced an increase in the annual CPD (Continuing Professional Development) point requirement from 10 to 11 points, effective 1 September 2025. This change aims to enhance professional standards and ensure that sprayer operators remain current with industry best practices.(nroso.org.uk).

VI Chair and east Fife mixed farmer, Dave Bell, said: ''This is a great opportunity for the industry to take the lead in proving that we are a professional sector, and that we, the operators, are taking ownership of ensuring that plant protection product stewardship is carried out by operators and farmers rather than policymakers. I welcome this positive, proactive increase in points as advised by the NRoSO advisory board and implemented by The Voluntary Initiative, and is in line with the recently revised National Action Plan.’’

NRoSO emphasizes the importance of ongoing education and skill development in the agricultural sector. The organization encourages members to engage in various CPD activities to meet the new requirements.

Members can accrue CPD points through a range of activities, including:

  • Pesticide Assessments: Achieving or refreshing Pesticide Application (PA) qualifications.

  • Technical Events: Attending seminars, conferences, and open technical events.

  • Publications and Subscriptions: Reading approved trade publications and subscribing to relevant mobile applications.

  • Online Learning: Participating in webinars, podcasts, and online courses that offer assessments.

  • Annual Training Events: Attending NRoSO's half-day training sessions, which provide updates on legislation, techniques, and best practices.

NRoSO advises members to plan their CPD activities early to ensure compliance with the new requirements. The organization remains committed to supporting its members through this transition and continues to offer resources and guidance to facilitate professional development.

For more information on CPD activities and to track your progress, members are encouraged to log in to the NRoSO member portal or contact the NRoSO team directly. Either via the website noted above or by calling 01335 210849 to speak with the Team.